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Jim Botz, PE

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, Jim has decades of experience in all aspects of geotechnical engineering, including shallow and deep foundations, ground improvement, and slope stability and stabilization, among others. When not at work, you can find Jim hanging out at his cabin in the Wisconsin Northwoods and spending time with his six grandchildren. He […]

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Brian Matuk

Brian is a Sacramento-based historian serving Mead & Hunt’s Cultural Resources team. He is well-versed in Section 106 compliance, National Register eligibility evaluations, effect assessments for historic properties, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). When not at work, you’ll find Brian taking long urban hikes through Sacramento with his partner, or out relaxing in one

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Jeff Gaard, AIA, NCARB

Jeff  is an architect and project manager with more than 25 years of leadership experience. Jeff’s core strengths include the ability to forge collaborative alliances among diverse stakeholders with his high-level strategic thinking, pragmatic technical execution and interpersonal skills. A cyclist for over 40 years, he searches for unexplored routes and hills, and always looks

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Joe Cruz, NOMA, AIA, NCARB

Joe is a project manager and architect who served in the US Air Force for 9 years as a civil engineer officer. Post-military, Joe has focused on aviation, federal, and military projects leveraging his Air Force background as a foundation for client and partner relationships. When not pointing out all manner of military and civilian

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Lalitha Benjaram (She/Her)

Lalitha Benjaram started as an engineer-in-training in the Water Resources group before leading the Employee Resource Group (ERG). As Employee Experience Manager, Lalitha works to provide an environment that is inclusive of all employees. She also helps strategize recruitment efforts to reach a diverse candidate pool. Lalitha likes to hike, cook, and visit the coast

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Jackie Hader, PE

Jackie is a civil engineer with a diverse background in water resources. With experience spanning planning, design, and construction, Jackie is passionate about delivering water resource solutions that elevate our clients and communities. When not as work, Jackie enjoys the beautiful California weather with her family, husband, friends, and two loving golden retrievers.

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Brad Sherman, PSMP

Brad is a project engineer & project manager with Mead & Hunt’s Food & Beverage sector. He specializes in the analysis and design of ammonia refrigeration, HVAC, and mechanical utility systems. In his free time, Brad enjoys boating and other lake time activities.

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Tim Close, PE, SE

As Structural supervisor and Project Manager for Mead & Hunt’s Architecture, Buildings & Engineering (ABE) Group, Tim has considerable experience as a structural engineer in aviation, industrial and commercial projects. He works to provide structurally sound design solutions that fit the needs of our clients and communities.

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Matt Watson, PE

Matt has over 15 years of experience as a transportation design engineer, having led project designs ranging from roadway widenings, intersection designs, bridge replacements, urban storm-sewer system designs, and more.  His inter-disciplinary experience is invaluable to problem solving and serving project stakeholders’ needs.  When not at work, Matt loves to spend time with his beautiful

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Bryan Page, PE

As an Aviation Department Manager, Bryan’s decades of diverse experience includes coordinating project teams for design, project management and construction supervision of projects at air carrier and general aviation facilities. His hands-on approach to managing design and construction teams champions open communication between the team and stakeholders. When not at work, you can find Bryan

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